The Lagos Peoples Democratic Party 2023 Governorship Candidate Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR) has congratulated Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu following the Supreme Court declaration of his victory on Friday, describing it as the last rung of the litigation ladder where he needs to cease fire.
Dr. Adediran made this disclosure in a statement he issued after the ruling adding that though not quite pleased that the verdict favoured Sanwo-Olu, yet he is confident that constitutional provisions to seek redress were fully explored to right the perceived electoral wrong.
“I once again appreciate the privilege to offer myself to serve you as the governor of our dear state in the 2023 general elections.
“We have expressed our reservation on the conduct and the outcome of the election by taking advantage of the provisions of the constitution and the electoral law to file petition at the election tribunal through to the Appeal court and finally, the Supreme Court.
“This is not the outcome we envisaged or worked so hard for. But I am very proud of the values we share and the vision we hold for our dear state. And for the very robust, vast, diverse, people-centered and rural-network campaign that we built and executed together.
“I know how disappointed you are with the outcomes of the election because I feel it too. The frustration, intimidation, and betrayals but our disappointment must be overcome by our love for our dear state.”
Jandor however, counseled PDP faithful to stay calm and allow the declared winner prove his administrative mettle while the people be the judge.
“Since the election is over, and all avenues to seek redress for observed electoral wrongdoing have been exhausted, we need to cease fire, and let the declared winner govern on the basis of their vision for the development of our state and let the electorates be the judge of their performance.
“This will not in any way, deter me from continuing to contribute my quota to the development of our dear state and towards achieving the desired economic emancipation and a breath of fresh air in governance for our people.
“I appreciate you all for your faith and trust in me. I thank our party Faithful and all lovers of Lagos PDP for their dedication and hard work during and after the elections. I urge you not to relent in your support for our quest to free Lagos from bad governance.
I also use this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Babajide Sanwo Olu. I wish him a peaceful, development and people-focused tenure”.
